The artwork, titled “Image of women and an exotic pet,” was created by Dante Gabriel Rossetti in 1869. Executed with pen, it belongs to the Romanticism art movement and falls under the genre of a sketch and study.
The artwork features a woman adorned in a flowing dress, with pronounced emphasis on the voluminous sleeves and intricate folds of fabric. Her demeanor appears contemplative, marked by a stoic expression. Alongside her stands an exotic pet, possibly denoted by its unique and unusual appearance, adding an element of intrigue to the composition. The sketch is characterized by strong, deliberate strokes that reveal Rossetti’s command over pen as a medium, capturing both the depth and detail inherent in Romanticism. The overall aesthetic reflects a harmonious blend of grace and solemnity, hallmark traits of Rossetti’s oeuvre.
